Category: Engineering & Manufacturing
Location: Johnston, Iowa
Work Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $100,000 - $130,000
Salary: $100,000 - $130,000
Work Model: On-site
Reference #: 42074
Palmer Group is proud to partner with a leading industrial construction firm in search of a skilled Superintendent to join their dynamic field operations team. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to lead complex, nationwide projects from the ground up—overseeing everything from steel erection and equipment installation to safety and schedule management. With full-time travel and hands-on involvement across diverse industries, this position is ideal for a driven professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys collaborating with engineering and automation teams to deliver integrated facility and equipment solutions. If you're ready to take ownership of technically engaging projects and make a visible impact from design through execution, we want to hear from you.
Work model:
- Remote
What you will do:
- Lead industrial construction projects from kickoff through final delivery, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and quality standards
- Direct and supervise both internal millwright teams and subcontractors on-site
- Manage steel structure assembly and equipment installation with precision and efficiency
- Uphold rigorous safety standards and maintain full compliance with OSHA regulations
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical plans to guide field execution
- Collaborate closely with engineering, automation, and client teams to ensure seamless project integration
- Ensure all work adheres to applicable building codes and internal company standards
- Oversee the logistics of tools, materials, and equipment to support smooth operations
- Contribute to layout planning and support the integration of facility and equipment systems
What you will need to be successful:
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in construction management, field supervision, or superintendent-level roles
- Proven expertise in steel erection and industrial equipment installation
- NCCCO Crane Operator certification is highly desirable
- OSHA 30-Hour certification required (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
- Strong ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical construction documents
- Experience using construction management platforms; ProCore familiarity is a plus
- Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities
- Willing and able to travel full-time on a 10-day-on / 4-days-off rotation
- Valid certifications for operating industrial equipment (e.g., forklift, boom lift)
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is a strong asset
Benefits overview:
- Vision, dental, and health insurance
- 401k
- PTO
Interested and qualified candidates can contact Marlyn Herrera at (515) 225-7000 or email mherrera@thepalmergroup.com.
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About Palmer Group
At Palmer Group, making lives better is at the core of everything we do. For nearly three decades, we have partnered with organizations and individuals to provide thoughtful talent and business solutions that empower careers and drive growth.
As an employee-owned company grounded in strong ethics and values, we are committed to building lasting relationships and delivering results. Contractors working through Palmer Group are eligible to become employee-owners, giving them a stake in our shared success, and enjoy benefits including health insurance, PTO, and 401(k) options.
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